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How To Cure A Stress Fracture In Right Foot?

I just recovered from a stress fracture in my left foot and now pretty sure I am facing the same thing in my right foot - top of foot. I see the podiatrist on Monday. Should I be applying ice to it? I had a boot for my other foot and even though it is the wrong foot been wearing that when I have to do a good bit of walking. Why am I getting repeat fractures?
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
I have studied your case. Stress fracture is caused by either walking for long times or it can be caused by weak bones . I have following suggestions for you.
1. Do not wear wrong shoes. Wear sports shoes.
2.Ice is not effective. I would suggest you to apply warm water.
3. Get x ray to confirm the diagnosis. Also get a BMD scan that will tell us if there is calcium deficiency in your bone. You need to take calcium and vitamin D 3 regularly for these bones.
4. Also take half hour sun exposure daily as it will give you much needed vitamin D.
I hope these steps will be helpful in treating stress fracture. You can ask any follow up questions also.
Thanks
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How To Cure A Stress Fracture In Right Foot?

Hello, I have studied your case. Stress fracture is caused by either walking for long times or it can be caused by weak bones . I have following suggestions for you. 1. Do not wear wrong shoes. Wear sports shoes. 2.Ice is not effective. I would suggest you to apply warm water. 3. Get x ray to confirm the diagnosis. Also get a BMD scan that will tell us if there is calcium deficiency in your bone. You need to take calcium and vitamin D 3 regularly for these bones. 4. Also take half hour sun exposure daily as it will give you much needed vitamin D. I hope these steps will be helpful in treating stress fracture. You can ask any follow up questions also. Thanks